Sustainability
Tufts plays a crucial role in helping the world adapt to a changing planet while tackling such challenging issues as climate change and resource depletion. Our goal is to be responsible stewards of the physical environment by cultivating knowledge of sustainable issues and solutions across disciplines in our students and faculty.
New & Notable
A new study assesses the environmental sustainability impact of food suggestions in the national Dietary Guidelines for Americans
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States like California play an outsized role in fighting climate change by regulating greenhouse gas emissions and promoting clean energy, two Fletcher School graduates say
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Fletcher School’s William Moomaw argues for conserving wetlands to fight climate change
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A Fletcher School graduate helps create no-fee charging stations for electric vehicles
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A Fletcher School graduate promotes congestion pricing to reduce pollution and make transit more climate-friendly
Events
Spotlights
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Research into the effects of extreme precipitation events on tea, secondary metabolite chemistry, farmer responses, and consumer behavior.
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Provides students the opportunity for substantial, in-depth study of environmental economics within the realm of international relations.A concentration designed to provide students with substantial, in-depth, and focused study into environmental economics within the realm of international relations.
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By purchasing local, organic, and Fair Trade products, Tufts Dining contributes to a more sustainable campus while increasing awareness of food systems among staff and students.
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Develops innovative approaches to more environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable global development.
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A research institute dedicated to promoting a better understanding of how societies can pursue their economic and community goals in an environmentally and socially sustainable manner.
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A space for Tufts students to learn about gardening and environmental sustainability and interact with Somerville gardeners who maintain the adjacent community garden.
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Majors
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Minors
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Departments Offering Sustainability Courses
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Degree Programs
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Certificate Programs
Explore what Tufts is doing to reduce its own impact on the environment, including efforts related to waste reduction, water and energy use, food, and health. Find out more about student clubs, events, and other resources for faculty, staff, and students interested in getting involved with sustainability on campus.